Questions and Answers
What is the process of simultaneously analyzing the behavior of individuals and the society that shapes that behavior referred to as?
figuration
What does Verstehen mean?
to understand in a deep way
______ view society as a structure with interrelated parts designed to meet the biological and social needs of individuals who make up that society.
structural functionalists
What approach is often used to understand what's defined as deviant within a society?
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Who coined the term positivism and is widely considered the father of sociology?
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Which theorist claimed that people rise to their proper level in society based solely on personal merit?
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What is qualitative sociology defined as?
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Max Weber, Georg Simmel, and Karl Marx were all advocates of what theory?
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Eleanor's analysis is _____, while Felix's analysis is _____.
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What type of research method is Alona using in her study on the impact of the 2011 Penn State scandal?
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Study Notes
Key Sociological Concepts
- Figuration: Simultaneously analyzes individuals' behavior and the societal influences shaping it; highlights the inseparability of the individual and society.
- Verstehen: A method of understanding social phenomena by grasping the deeper meanings behind actions.
Sociological Perspectives
- Structural Functionalism: Views society as a structured entity with interrelated parts that fulfill biological and social needs of individuals.
- Constructivism: An approach to understand what is defined as deviant behavior within a society based on social constructs.
Foundational Figures in Sociology
- Auguste Comte: Coined the term "positivism" and recognized as the father of sociology for establishing a systematic approach to studying society.
- Emile Durkheim: Asserted that individuals ascend in society based on personal merit, emphasizing the role of social integration in individual achievement.
Research Methods in Sociology
- Qualitative Sociology: Utilizes data from in-depth interviews, focus groups, and content analysis to understand social dynamics.
- Quantitative Research: Employs numerical data collection methods, like surveys, to analyze phenomena, exemplified by Alona’s study on the Penn State scandal.
Levels of Analysis
- Macro-level Analysis: Examines large-scale social processes, such as Eleanor's research on social media impacting political awareness and revolutions.
- Micro-level Analysis: Focuses on individual or small group interactions, demonstrated by Felix’s study of World of Warcraft’s effect on middle-aged men's relationships.
Theoretical Approaches
- Conflict Theory: Advocated by Max Weber, Georg Simmel, and Karl Marx, emphasizes the role of power struggles, economic disparities, and social conflict in society.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from Sociology Quiz 1. Explore key concepts such as figuration and Verstehen, and understand the intricate relationship between individuals and society. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of foundational sociological theories.
